Find the best
books for
5 year olds here : lots of ideas for
birthday gifts or
Christmas presents for five year old boys or girls ... books to read for fun, learning or education!
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The Gruffalo
by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler
A rhyming story of a mouse and a monster. Little mouse goes for a walk in a dangerous forest. To scare off his enemies, he invents tales of a fantastical creature called the Gruffalo. Imagine his surprise when he meets the real Gruffalo!
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Magic School Bus on the Ocean Floor
by Joanna Cole
Invite your child to explore the world via the extensive range of Magic School Bus books. Join Miss Frizzle and the class as they dive down to the ocean floor. Paperback, colour illustrated, 48 page edition.
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Willy the Dreamer
by Anthony Browne
Another stunning book in the "Willy the chimp" series, with spectacular, surreal paintings - by one of the most acclaimed of all picture book artists. Paperback, chiefly colour illustrated, 32 pages.
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Arthur's Baby
by Marc Brown
One excellent story in the bestselling Arthur Adventure book series on subjects to which young children readily relate. Paperback, colour illustrated, 32 pages.
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Beatrix Potter The Complete Tales
by Beatrix Potter
This complete and unabridged collection contains all 23 of Beatrix Potter's Tales in one deluxe volume with all their original illustrations.
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The Ugly Duckling
by Hans Christian Andersen
This exquisite tale of rejection and redemption has been a favourite with children since its first publication in 1845. One of Andersen's best-loved tales is retold by Stephen Mitchell with engaging narration, and lush and atmospheric paintings in full colour throughout this hardcover, 40 page edition.
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Winnie the Pooh
by A.A. Milne
An exquisite collection of famous Winnie the Pooh stories, including E. H. Shepard's witty and loving colour illustrations. Hardback, 160 page, gift edition.
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Your Favorite Seuss: A Baker's Dozen
by Dr. Seuss
This wonderful collection gathers 13 classic Dr. Seuss stories into one volume, and includes photographs, memorabilia, and original sketches. Hardcover, 368 page, illustrated edition.
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Madeline
by Ludwig Bemelmans
A delightful treasure of rhyming story and clever illustrations about Madeline, a lovable and courageous little French girl. Intended for young children, especially girls. Paperback, 64 page, illustrated edition.
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Grandpa and Thomas
by Pamela Allen
A modern classic about relationships. Paperback, colour illustrated, 32 page edition.
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The Berenstain Bears : Faithful Friends
by Stan & Jan Berenstain
One excellent story in the highly successful Berenstain Bears series. Paperback, colour illustrated, 32 pages.
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This list of ideas for the best
Books for 5 Year Olds has been compiled independently to help parents, relatives and family friends in their search for a birthday gift or Christmas present for a five year old boy or girl.